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Piano Detectives

Piano Detectives Club is a program for young children ages 5-6 years old.

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Testimonials & reviews

The Piano Studio

Hillsborough, NJ

“We are so excited that you are interested in learning how to play the piano. We have over 25 years of experience teaching all ages and levels. We truly believe in making your experience of the piano enjoyable and rewarding.”

Margie Nelson – Owner

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"My son's virtual lesson experience has been great!"

We have been with The Piano Studio for over 5 years. He’s looking forward to starting his virtual classes in September. He thinks Mrs. Nelson is an awesome teacher. We think so too:)

The Nagarajan Family

Shane and Elaena C.

“The Piano Studio has phenomenal teachers both in person and online. Their enthusiasm for teaching piano has made learning online with Zoom very enjoyable!”

"Through 2 kids, Margie has continuously been able to engage and motivate them to learn new things and think about music in different ways"

“We were so thankful for The Piano Studo’s ability to flex immediately when COVID hit…..”

The Vera Family

The Cridge Family

For nearly two years our son has been taking lessons with Margie at the Piano Studio and LOVES his lessons! Her group lessons incorporate what they learned during private lessons and give multiple opportunities for students to perform in front of others in preparation for their rectials and technical testing.

"I thought the way the summer classes and group lessons conducted via Zoom were very efficient and helpful to me"

I have been a student at The Piano Studio for over five years. I am extremely happy how I have grown as a musician.

Johnathan Strunk

"Mrs. Fog did an excellent job with Melana’s lessons. Melana is young and very new at learning the piano."

Melana is much better at learning in person. At first online learning was a little challenging. But Mrs. Fog was great at engaging her. I recommend this Piano Studio to anyone.

– Melana’ mom

Sylvie LeBlanc - student mom

“Virtual piano lessons worked pretty well for my 11 year old daughter for her 30 min class. They helped Sabine continue to love playing. I would recommend the virtual piano class to anyone.”

Peter Cridge - student father and new pianist!

I have been so impressed with her teaching my son that after a 38 year hiatus, I myself took some lessons this summer to expand and improve my own piano playing.

The Piano Studio provides some of the best personalized piano and music theory education. I think virtually all students will find that their program is top notch, and well worth the time and effort invested with them.

Congratulations Margie!

2023 National Conference for Keyboard Pedagogy Lifetime Achievement Award

Congratulations to Margie Nelson, who was awarded a lifetime achievement award at the 2023 National Conference for Keyboard Pedagogy (NCKP) in Lombard, Illinois. This award is given to teachers who have demonstrated exceptional teaching service and dedication, and we’re so happy to share this news with you!

Margie studied piano pedagogy with Frances Clark, a pioneer in the field of piano teaching, who believed there’s music in every child. Margie continues to share this philosophy at The Piano Studio, where we strive to find and nurture music in every person. Margie brings her great sense of humor combined with tireless commitment and care to the field of piano teaching, and we are so grateful for her leadership.